Category: 2009 Gubernatorial Race

Reminder: Moran event tomorrow

If you haven't RSVP'd yet, please do so via the link in my sidebar to the right. Hope to see you there 🙂

3rd Annual Memorial Day Bash roundup

I awoke Saturday to an overcast day and a bit of drizzle. With over 200 RSVPs for my third annual Memorial Day bash, I was a little panicked. A quick check of the various local weather reports (note: don't trust Google's weather reports - it showed rain all day) soon calmed me and sure enough, … Continue reading 3rd Annual Memorial Day Bash roundup →

Moran’s humble roots

House Democratic Caucus Chairman Brian Moran was the topic of an article in Monday's News Virginian. In it, the as-yet-undeclared gubernatorial candidate discussed his humble roots. “My parents were of very modest means,” said Moran, 48, who represents the city of Alexandria and part of Fairfax County. “My dad had any number of jobs and … Continue reading Moran’s humble roots →

Bolling running in place

Bill Bolling announced today that he will be seeking a second term as Lieutenant Governor rather than pursuing the governor's mansion in 2009. In a conference call this afternoon with bloggers from throughout the Commonwealth, Bolling emphasized that he came to this decision due to his commitments to his family and his colleagues. He said … Continue reading Bolling running in place →

Moran blasts House GOP on education funding

An op-ed by House Democratic Caucus chair Brian Moran appeared* in this morning's Virginian Pilot. In it, Del. Moran explains how the House Republican budget shortchanges education. Embedded in its budget proposal is a formula change that alters the fundamental state commitment to provide public education to our children. This fine print has major impacts: … Continue reading Moran blasts House GOP on education funding →

Moran a winner this week

According to the Washington Post blog: Del. Brian J. Moran (D-Alexandria) -Last week, Moran voted against delaying a vote to close the gun show loophole. "I stand with the families of victims from the Virginia Tech tragedy in support of closing this loophole," Moran said in a statement. On Monday, Moran's chief opponent for the … Continue reading Moran a winner this week →

Think Shannon may be running for AG?

Del. Steve Shannon (D-35) has been rumored to be planning a run for attorney general in 2009. Taking a look at the bills he has introduced, I'd say he's laying the groundwork 😉 Notice his tag cloud? The largest item is crime. Among the bills he has introduced: HB964: Increases penalties for a convicted sexual … Continue reading Think Shannon may be running for AG? →

Moran forms PAC for 2009 gubernatorial

House Democratic Caucus chairman Brian Moran will establish a new PAC Friday, according to this AP story. Moran will not officially announce his run for governor until after the General Assembly session is over. So it seems were headed for an expensive primary, one I had hoped could be avoided. The Republicans are already gleefully … Continue reading Moran forms PAC for 2009 gubernatorial →

Election eve podcast

I was one of three guests last night on Johnny Camacho's podcast. Our primary conversation was about the 2008 elections and tonight's Iowa caucuses, in particular. We also chatted a bit about the 2009 gubernatorial race. Here's a direct link to the podcast. Check it out 😉